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A Recap of US Casinos in 2023
This year was a big one for physical U.S. casinos, as they once again lead the booming gambling sector in revenues. Although they face fast-growing competition from online casinos and […]
Funny Business – The Strangest US Gambling Stories of 2023
Hamster race betting. A proposal at the World Poker Tour. A bat in a hotel. 8,000 Maryland license plates linking to a Philippines offshore casino site. A Florida man winning […]
Police Shooting at Lucky Eagle Casino in Washington Ends in Murder Suspect Death
In a dramatic incident at the Lucky Eagle Casino in Rochester, Washington, Darren Evans, a 33-year-old man from Yelm, Washington, was fatally shot by an unnamed Chehalis Tribal police officer. […]
Ex-Jacksonville Jaguars Manager Charged with Stealing $22M From Team to Fund Fantasy Sports
Amit Patel, a former employee of the Jacksonville Jaguars, is facing federal charges for allegedly embezzling more than $22 million from the Florida-based NFL team. Patel served in various roles […]
Bally’s Planned Chicago Casino Under Scrutiny from Many Sides
The future of Bally’s proposed $1.7 billion casino resort in Chicago (renderings pictured) has become somewhat unclear in recent weeks. That’s just months after it launched its temporary Medinah Temple […]
Mohegan Sun Bus Driver Who Ate Pot Gummies on the Job Given Probationary Sentence
A casino bus driver who ingested a whole pack of cannabis-infused gummies and nearly crashed his packed bus on Interstate 59 has been given a probationary sentence. The incident occurred […]
Entain to Pay $739M Fine to UK Regulators Over Bribery Charges
Entain, the giant European gambling conglomerate and 50% stakeholder in U.S. online casino and sportsbook BetMGM, this week agreed to pay a £585 million ($739 million) fine to the UK […]
Indiana Gaming Legislation on Pause for 2024 Amid Corruption Scandals
The upcoming Indiana legislature session for 2024 will see no new gaming bills considered, announced top lawmakers meeting at the State Capitol (pictured) this week. The decision to not press […]
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt in Cockfighting Controversy
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt (pictured) has been criticized by animal rights groups and others after recording a supportive video message for a group that has campaigned for reduced penalties for […]
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Yaamava’ Resort & Casino Wins USA Today’s ‘Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas’ Award
The Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel, located in Highland, California, has recently received the prestigious title of “Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas” (2023) in the USA Today […]
Men’s NCAA Division I Basketball Tournament Betting Preview
After a great week of conference tournament action, and a final goodbye to the Pac-12 conference, the Men’s NCAA Tournament field is set. On Tuesday, the first of 67 games […]
Nevada’s Gaming Distance Laws Have Quietly Changed
Nevada lawmakers recently amended a 26-year-old law that restricts the distance between casinos and schools or places of worship. However, the potentially controversial change was implemented without public discussion or […]
NFL Teams Submit Possible Rules Changes
The NFL will have its annual spring league meeting March 24-27, and on the agenda will be a set of proposed rules changes that were submitted by teams and announced […]
Thrilling Las Vegas Grand Prix Ends in Comeback Max Verstappen Win
In an eventful and historic Las Vegas Grand Prix, Red Bull’s Max Verstappen overcame multiple challenges to clinch his record-extending 18th victory of the season. The Formula 1 race in […]